National Fire Ant Eradication Program

Fire ant treatment underway

Eradicating fire ants is a national priority. We need your help to stop them in their tracks.

Keep your family, friends, and pets safe by treating your yard for fire ants. Learn how to take action.

Produce, store, and move materials legally to ensure fire ant compliance. See what businesses must do.

Protect sports grounds, schools, and parks from fire ants. Help keep public spaces infestation-free.

News

13 March 2026
Protecting wildlife at Binna Burra from fire ants

Dr Erin Wallace outlines how we are responding to outlier detection in Binna Burra.
11 March 2026
Celebrating the women strengthening our path to fire ant eradication

To celebrate Queensland Women’s Week, we asked women from across our program what a fire ant-free Australia means to them.
06 March 2026
Scientific evidence and collaboration drive Australia’s eradication efforts

Science manager explains how Australia’s fire ant program uses evidence, treatments, and strategy to address claims.

Ever wondered what a fire ant looks like? Come along to one of our events to see live fire ants on display.

Find out about our events

Help us treat your property by checking our fire ant activities map. See what’s happening nearby.

Prepare for a compliance audit on fire ant carriers. Learn what to expect during an inspection.

Join us at a scheduled community event. Learn more about fire ants and how to stop their spread.